It's Almost Thanksgiving!

I'm grateful for belly laughs!

Do Tell...

The following is a link to a talk by Elder M. Russell Ballard about the media's influence in our homes. We're considering getting cable and we got internet this year, and I really enjoyed this talk. So, read it if you like.

Talk found here.

Now, I've considered not having cable because there's so much trash. However, I believe that I was raised well to discern between what's appropriate to watch and when to change the channel. We had time limits and family shows that we enjoyed together (The Cosby Show, Ren and Stimpy, Family Ties, Parker Lewis, Life Goes On,--is this bringing back memories anybody?). But obviously the media has continued in a downward spiral and even commercials are offensive. I think we're going to get cable because Eric would really enjoy some Sports Center. Of course, I would enjoy some Project Runway and John and Kate Plus 8 as well! I was hesitant for a couple reasons, including the fact that I know I waste time with the tube if it's available. We're going to have to come up with some guidlines, though. I'm interested in your opinions and ideas for how you regulate the tv in your home or if you choose not to have it. Please let me know =)

It's back!!

So, I found these adorable jeans on sale at Target. They're size 2T, so I'm thinking he'll grow into them, or we'll at least hem them. And man, he looks GOOD! But then I noticed that he doesn't look real comfortable when he bends over. I think they're too tight in the gut! I blame the manufacturer. There must be a mistake. My child isn't a fatty =)

The other picture is for those of you who like the curls. Check above his left ear. Do you see what has returned?

***Disclaimer***

First off, I was filling up Tate's tub and glanced at the tie rack. It was an "awww" moment as I saw Tate's little ties there with Eric's.








Now, to the reason for this post and that title:

Nana Debbie, if you're reading this, it's for you. Grandma Shirlene saw Monday's post and asked me today if I was saying Tate is less than brilliant. Let me go on the record and say that your grandson is a genius (see picture of him reading). I was only teasing on Monday's post. =)

Thank goodness for the Gospel

If you've got some time to read a couple articles, let me explain. A friend e-mailed the first article to me about Prop 8 protesting in L.A.. Read both pages of the article because it does end on a positive note. It's of particular interest to me since that's my mission stomping grounds.

http://www.ldsmag.com/ideas/081110hate.html

Then, this second link is a talk by Boyd K. Packer. I was reading it with our Young Women in mind because it's talking of standards, but it strengthened my own resolve to stand up to the standards the Lord has set for His plan to be accomplished. There's a part where he says how to respond when people use words such as "diversity", "tolerance", and "choice", which is why it relates to the first link.

http://library.lds.org/nxt/gateway.dll/Magazines/Ensign/2003.htm/ensign%20november%202003.htm/the%20standard%20of%20truth%20has%20been%20erected.htm

Just Give In!

Today I just gave in. I let Tate have at the dishwasher. This isn't the best picture, but it's the only one of him looking towards me. He is currently too busy to pay any heed to me. You know, silverware to push around. I just had to post this after reading Jessica where her almost one-year-old unloads the dryer. Another little guy I know takes his own diaper to the garage garbage. Are you kidding me?! Tate is so far from chores. But he can sure fill out his new overalls pretty cutely! This one's for all the underachievers out there!

Cuz'

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

Okay, here's the pictures from this weekend. Tyler, I couldn't get rid of Tate's red eyes. Eric's went away fine, but apparently my child is evil because they won't budge! There are two pages of the scrapbook that have large circular pictures. On those ones, you can click on the smaller pictures to view them in the larger window.